If every player who the media reported as being a problem weren't played, we definitely wouldn't have the 2nd most wins in a decade in the history of the NFL.
Getting rid of bad influences is all anyone can talk about this week. The team applauds this. After all, we might be talking about the red zone or punting on fourth down or 2nd half failures on both sides of the ball.
We posters have bought this kindergarten diversion while the team concentrates on winning this week.
Thomas has been on his way out for weeks. Belichick is now using him to best advantage.
There is no reason to bench Springs because Zolak thinks that he might have supported Thomas. What childish cap this all is.